Sales Specialist – Cybersecurity Consulting

Type: 1099 Independent Contractor
Compensation: 100% Commission-Based
Location: Denver Metro preferred
Company: Tier 5 Cybersecurity Consulting

About Tier 5

Tier 5 delivers elite cybersecurity services to small and mid-sized businesses through vCISO support, security policy creation, incident response tabletop exercises, and compliance readiness. Our offerings are high-impact, affordable, and tailored to each client’s needs. All services are backed by a team of seasoned security professionals.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a driven, self-motivated Sales Specialist to join our growing team. As a 1099 contractor, you’ll work on your own schedule and earn uncapped commissions for every client you bring in. You’ll sell high-value services that include virtual CISO packages, custom policy builds, vulnerability assessments, and themed cybersecurity tabletop exercises.

Responsibilities

  • Prospect and generate leads via cold outreach, networking, and referrals

  • Pitch Tier 5 services to small/mid-sized business owners, IT managers, and CISOs

  • Manage your own sales pipeline from outreach to close

  • Track interactions, proposals, and progress in our CRM

  • Collaborate with Tier 5 leadership to improve pitch materials and service packaging

Qualifications

  • Previous B2B sales experience required (cybersecurity, IT, or SaaS preferred)

  • Proven ability to sell to decision-makers (IT, C-suite, or small business owners)

  • Strong communication, negotiation, and follow-up skills

  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage your own leads

  • Comfortable with commission-only structure

  • Understanding of cybersecurity services is a plus, but not required

Compensation

  • 10% of the sales price of any service 

  • 5% of the first purchase by any new client 

  • 2.5% of purchases made by a returning client 

  • Monthly bonus of 5% of personal monthly sales for acquiring 5 or more new clients 

  • Monthly bonus of 5% of personal monthly sales if monthly sales exceed $50,000 

  • Maximum total commission (including bonuses): 25% 

  • Typical contracts range from $1,000 to $25,000+

Why Tier 5?

  • Unique, highly engaging cybersecurity products

  • OE-friendly and remote-flexible work culture

  • No quotas or micro-management—run your own book

  • Fast commission payouts after client payment

  • Access to marketing collateral and subject matter experts

How to Apply

Send a brief intro and LinkedIn or resume to careers@tier5security.com. Include any relevant sales experience and why you’re a fit for cybersecurity sales.